A traffic collision occurred today on State Route 99 North near Avenue 17 in Madera, CA, involving two vehicles. The incident was reported at approximately 7:04 AM when a Ford vehicle was found off the roadway, having gone into a ditch. Emergency services quickly responded to the scene, confirming that the Ford had collided with a fence.
By 7:11 AM, the California Highway Patrol reclassified the incident to indicate that no injuries were reported, providing reassurance to those concerned about the situation. At 7:12 AM, reports confirmed a second vehicle, described as black or dark gray, was located on the shoulder of the highway. However, it remains uncertain whether this second vehicle was involved in the collision.
Emergency services arrived at the scene at 7:14 AM, and a towing service was contacted to assist with the Ford, which required towing from the ditch. The first unit cleared the scene by 7:22 AM, indicating that the situation was managed efficiently without further complications.
The collision did not result in any injuries, and traffic flow was minimally impacted during the response. The quick actions of the California Highway Patrol and emergency services ensured that the situation was handled promptly, allowing for the safe removal of the vehicles involved.
Motorists traveling on State Route 99 North near Avenue 17 are advised to remain cautious and aware of their surroundings, especially in adverse weather conditions that could lead to similar incidents. As always, safety should be a priority for all drivers on California highways.
In summary, today’s traffic collision in Madera, CA, involved two vehicles, with one confirmed to have gone off the road into a ditch. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and emergency services responded effectively to the incident.